Start a support worker traineeship
Start a flexible and rewarding career providing support to individuals in community, health or care settings. As a support worker trainee, you will learn how to assist people with their daily needs while promoting independence and wellbeing.
What you'll do:
- Assist with daily living and personal support
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Follow care or support plans
- Support participation in community activities
- Maintain safe and respectful environments
entry pathway
Applicants who have already completed a support worker qualification are encouraged to apply. In particular:
- Certificate II in Community Services CHC22015 may be used as an entry pathway into the Certificate III.
This ensures you have the foundational skills and knowledge needed to confidently progress into a higher level.
qualification
Once you have completed your traineeship with us, you will receive the following qualifications:
- Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33021
Career options available
Once qualified, you could work as a:
- Support worker
- Community care worker
- Personal care assistant
- Specialised care roles
What These Roles Involve
- Aged Care Worker: Helps elderly clients with personal care, eating, showering, dressing, cleaning and daily tasks. May work in aged care facilities or visit clients at home.
- Disability Support Worker: Supports people with disabilities across personal care, meal preparation, domestic tasks, transport to appointments and social support.
There will continue to be high demand for support workers across the sector, with opportunities to grow into more specialised roles over time.
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a day in the life...
"I begin my day by checking schedules and support plans. I assist clients with daily activities and provide support throughout the day. The role is varied and people-focused. I enjoy building relationships and making a positive difference in people’s lives."
Healthcare support worker FAQ
How do I become a support worker?
Support workers in Australia don’t need a qualification to work in the sector, but most employers prefer to hire qualified staff. This is a Certificate level qualification from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) like a TAFE or college. Qualifications that help you work as a support worker in the care sector include:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)
- Certificate IV in Ageing Support
How much are health support worker trainees paid?
As a Group Training Organisations or GTO, we employee you, so you’ll also get paid by us. This includes your wages, allowances, super, sick/holiday pay and other benefits. Get in touch to find out more about specific pay rates and current aged care support roles.
A career IN the support SECTOR would suit someone who:
- Is compassionate and empathatic
- Has strong communication skills
- Is adaptabile and has problem-solving skills
- Is reliabile and professiona
- Is committed to safety and care
Looking to start your career in support work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.
Once you complete this form, we’ll email you a link to chat with Charlie, our friendly recruitment assistant.
Based on your answers, Charlie will connect you with the most appropriate local team, who will then guide you through the next steps.